Gloves, like the hands they fit, come in a variety of sizes. Baseball and softball gloves also are geared to fit
both the position you play and the level of your game. Keep these factors in mind when you decide which style, size,
features and materials best suit your game.

Softballs typically are 12 inches in circumference, while some women's and youth leagues usually an 11 inch
ball

Materials

Balls are manufactured out of leather or synthetic leather. There are also safety balls for younger players.

Leather is used in the Major Leagues and other upper-level leagues

Synthetic leather is used primarily for balls in the Little League age group and younger

"Safety balls" are engineered to play like a real ball without the sting of a hard ball. Known as "Reduced
Injury Factor" or RIF balls, they roll and bounce like their harder cousins, but don't hurt as much if the player gets
hit.